Elderflower G&T Cocktail
The Elderflower G&T cocktail is a modern variation on the traditional gin & tonic, with a heavy emphasis on floral and botanical flavours. Its exquisite simplicity conceals a surprisingly nuanced flavour profile in which the spirit’s botanicals interplay with the aromatic overtones of elderflower. Ideal for most events, it provides complex flavours while requiring minimal ingredients.
Ingredients
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- 30mL London dry gin
- 20mL elderflower cordial
- 105mL chilled tonic water
- 1cup large ice cubes
- 1for garnish lime wedge
Method
- Step 1
Fill a highball or copa glass with ice and pour the gin and elderflower cordial directly into the glass.
- Step 2
Stir the mixture gently with a bar spoon for 10-15 seconds to blend flavours and cool the components without diluting them excessively.
- Step 3
Top up with cool tonic water, garnish with a lime wedge and serve immediately.
Tips & Suggestions
Preparation Tip 1
Prior to combining, chill the elderflower cordial in the refrigerator at least for an hour. Keeping all liquid components at their coldest temperature reduces ice melt and ensures optimal flavour concentration.
Preparation Tip 2
Instead of a mere lime wedge, use a peeler to produce a long, thin ribbon of lime peel; twist it over the cocktail to release its oils, and let it spiral gracefully down the glass for a consistent scent.
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